1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. (227 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 567 kg more than 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GT | 125 F1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
